Darell
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
5,343 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1988 Peak Popularity Year
103 Peak Births

Darell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Darell originates from the Old French surname D'Airelle, meaning 'from the oak grove'. It has evolved through various forms and gained modern popularity as a personal name. Its traits include a connection to nature and a contemporary feel, with no biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darell"

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Pronunciation

/dɛˈrɛl/

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Origin

Old French

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Etymology

The name Darell is derived from the Old French surname 'D'Airelle', which means 'from the oak grove'. The name has evolved from a geographic term to a personal name over time.

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Meaning

oak grove

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Language Evolution

D'Airelle, Darell

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Historical Usage

The name Darell gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of older names.

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Variants & Derivatives

Darrell, Daryl, Darrel

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Darell is perceived as a contemporary and slightly unique name, appealing to parents looking for modern yet classic options.

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Famous People

Darrell Waltrip - American former NASCAR driver and commentator, Darrell Green - Former American football cornerback

📊 Darell Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Darell Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 103 peak births in 1988

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Darell" - Complete Guide (6 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Darell". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 6 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darell"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Darell"

"Darell" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 3003rd of 7545 122
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1245th of 6773 565
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 928th of 7552 1,217
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1062nd of 10718 931
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1248th of 16616 1,140
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2555th of 24088 695
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 2423rd of 23106 663
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 23525th of 27321 10

Regional Popularity of "Darell" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
56.21%
869th/1546
- 95.07%
2237th/2353
52.29%
809th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
36.60%
815th/2227
60.91%
1480th/2430
41.04%
1171st/2853
28.86%
801st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
41.23%
1211th/2937
46.83%
1631st/3483
32.32%
1137th/3518
38.48%
1556th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
29.15%
1074th/3685
25.25%
1130th/4475
28.99%
1506th/5194
29.13%
1840th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
51.90%
2378th/4582
46.86%
2420th/5164
43.89%
3210th/7313
42.66%
3184th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
79.99%
3187th/3984
36.44%
1635th/4487
33.19%
2264th/6822
43.96%
2759th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Darell" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Darell"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Darell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Darell" in the United States

The name Darell is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3003rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1245th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 928th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1062nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1248th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2555th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2423rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Darell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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